What is the cheapest way to get from Plaka beach to Crete?

The cheapest way to get from Plaka beach to Crete is to car ferry which costs €75 - €190 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Plaka beach to Crete?

The fastest way to get from Plaka beach to Crete is to car ferry which takes 3h 30m and costs €75 - €190.

How far is it from Plaka beach to Crete?

The distance between Plaka beach and Crete is 246 km.

How do I travel from Plaka beach to Crete without a car?

The best way to get from Plaka beach to Crete without a car is to car ferry which takes 3h 30m and costs €75 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Plaka beach to Crete?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Plaka beach to Crete, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Crete?

There are 2522+ hotels available in Crete.

Plaka beach to Crete - 3 ways to travel via car ferry, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Plaka beach to Crete by car ferry or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Car ferry
best
1. Take the car ferry from Naxos to Heraklion Port
3h 30m
€78–189
Fly to Chania International Airport
1. Fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Chania International Airport (CHQ)JNX - CHQ
5h 10m
€109–352
Fly to Sitia Airport
1. Fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Sitia Airport (JSH)JNX - JSH
5h
€172–552

Naxos Is (JNX) to Chania International Airport (CHQ) flights

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5h 30mAverage Duration

€75Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Plaka beach to Crete.

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Distance: 245.8 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Plaka beach, Greece and Crete, Greece?

Seajets operates a car ferry from Naxos to Heraklion Port once a week. Tickets cost €70–180 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, Olympic Air, Aegean Airlines, and Sky Express fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Chania International Airport (CHQ) 3 times a day.

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